Today in Kalba, United Arab Emirates, the sun rises at 5:31 AM and sets at 7:09 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 37m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kalba is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kalba
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kalba runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:36 PM and lasts until 7:09 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kalba sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kalba falls exactly at 12:20 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.92 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kalba today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kalba?
At Kalba's latitude of 25.0512959°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.33° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kalba are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 25.0512959, 56.3542189. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kalba (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Kalba versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:31 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 37m |
| 2025 | 5:31 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 37m |
| 2021 | 5:31 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 37m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kalba today?
In Kalba, the sun rises at exactly 5:31 AM and sets at 7:09 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kalba today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kalba runs from N/A to 6:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:36 PM and lasts until 7:06 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kalba shift every day?
At Kalba's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 459.33° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kalba at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:20 PM when the sun reaches 39.92. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kalba today.
Has the sunrise time in Kalba changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 5:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:31 AM.